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The document provides instructions for assembling various computer components. It describes how to install the CPU and heat sink/fan, RAM, motherboard, internal and external drives, network and video adapter cards, and connect power and data cables. The components are installed in this order: CPU, heat sink/fan, RAM, motherboard, hard drives, optical and floppy drives, network and wireless network interface cards, video card. Cables are then connected to provide power and transmit data between components.

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How To Install

The document provides instructions for assembling various computer components. It describes how to install the CPU and heat sink/fan, RAM, motherboard, internal and external drives, network and video adapter cards, and connect power and data cables. The components are installed in this order: CPU, heat sink/fan, RAM, motherboard, hard drives, optical and floppy drives, network and wireless network interface cards, video card. Cables are then connected to provide power and transmit data between components.

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Follow these instructions for CPU and heat sink/fan assembly installation: Step 1.

Align the CPU so that the Connection 1 indicator is lined up with Pin 1 on the CPU socket. Doing this ensures that the orientation notches on the CPU are aligned with the orientation keys on the CPU socket. Step 2. Place the CPU gently into the socket. Step 3. Close the CPU load plate and secure it in place by closing the load lever and moving it under the load lever retention tab. Step 4. Carefully apply a small amount of thermal compound to the CPU, and spread it evenly. Follow the application instructions provided by the manufacturer. Step 5. Align the heat sink/fan assembly retainers with the holes on the motherboard. Step 6. Place the heat sink/fan assembly onto the CPU socket, being careful not to pinch the CPU fan wires. Step 7. Tighten the heat sink/fan assembly retainers to secure the assembly in place. Step 8. Connect the heat sink/fan assembly power cable to the header on the motherboard. Install the RAM Like the CPU and the heat sink/fan assembly, random-access memory (RAM) is installed in the motherboard before the motherboard is secured in the computer case. Before you install a memory module, consult the motherboard documentation or website of the manufacturer to ensure that the RAM is compatible with the motherboard. RAM provides temporary data storage for the CPU while the computer is operating. RAM is volatile memory, which means that its contents are lost when the computer is shut down. Typically, more RAM enhances your computers performance. Follow these steps for RAM installation: Step 1. Align the notches on the RAM module to the keys in the slot, and press down until the side tabs click into place. Step 2. Make sure that the side tabs have locked the RAM module. Visually check for exposed contacts. Repeat these steps for additional RAM modules. The motherboard is now ready to install in the computer case. Plastic and metal standoffs

are used to mount the motherboard and to prevent it from touching the metal portions of the case. You should install only the standoffs that align with the holes in the motherboard. Installing any additional standoffs may prevent the motherboard from being seated properly in the computer case. Follow these steps for motherboard installation: Step 1. Install standoffs in the computer case. Step 2. Align the I/O connectors on the back of the motherboard with the openings in the back of the case. Step 3. Align the screw holes of the motherboard with the standoffs. Step 4. Insert all the motherboard screws. Step 5. Tighten all the motherboard screws.

Install Internal Drives


Drives that are installed in internal bays are called internal drives. A hard disk drive (HDD) is an example of an internal drive. Follow these steps for HDD installation: Step 1. Position the HDD so that it aligns with the 3.5-inch drive bay. Step 2. Insert the HDD into the drive bay so that the screw holes in the drive line up with the screw holes in the case. Step 3. Secure the HDD to the case using the proper screws

Install Drives in External Bays


Drives, such as optical drives and floppy drives, are installed in drive bays that are accessed from the front of the case. Optical drives and floppy drives store data on removable media. Drives in external bays let you access the media without opening the case. After completing this section, you will meet these objectives: Install the optical drive. Install the floppy drive.

Install the Optical Drive


An optical drive is a storage device that reads and writes information to CDs and DVDs. A Molex power connector provides the optical drive with power from the power supply. A PATA cable connects the optical drive to the motherboard. Follow these steps for optical drive installation: Step 1. Position the optical drive so that it aligns with the 5.25-inch drive bay. Step 2. Insert the optical drive into the drive bay so that the optical drive screw holes align with the screw holes in the case. Step 3. Secure the optical drive to the case using the proper screws.

Install the Floppy Drive


A floppy disk drive (FDD) is a storage device that reads and writes information to a floppy disk. A Berg power connector provides the FDD with power from the power supply. A

floppy data cable connects the FDD to the motherboard. A floppy disk drive fits into the 3.5-inch bay on the front of the computer case, as shown in Figure 3-5. Follow these steps for FDD installation: Step 1. Position the FDD so that it aligns with the 3.5-inch drive bay. Step 2. Insert the FDD into the drive bay so that the FDD screw holes align with the screw holes in the case. Step 3. Secure the FDD to the case using the proper screws.

Install Adapter Cards


Adapter cards are installed to add functionality to a computer. Adapter cards must be compatible with the expansion slot. This section focuses on the installation of three types of adapter cards: PCIe x1 NIC PCI wireless NIC PCIe x16 video adapter card After completing this section, you will meet these objectives: Install the NIC. Install the wireless NIC. Install the video adapter card.

Install the NIC


A network interface card (NIC) enables a computer to connect to a network. NICs use PCI and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard, as shown in Figure 3-6. Follow these steps for NIC installation: Step 1. Align the NIC to the appropriate expansion slot on the motherboard. Step 2. Press down gently on the NIC until the card is fully seated. Step 3. Secure the NIC PC mounting bracket to the case with the appropriate screw

Install the Wireless NIC


A wireless NIC, as shown in Figure 3-7, enables a computer to connect to a wireless network. Wireless NICs use PCI and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard. Some wireless NICs are installed externally with a USB connector. Follow these steps for wireless NIC installation: Step 1. Align the wireless NIC to the appropriate expansion slot on the motherboard. Step 2. Press down gently on the wireless NIC until the card is fully seated. Step 3. Secure the wireless NIC PC mounting bracket to the case with the appropriate screw.

Install the Video Adapter Card


A video adapter card, shown in Figure 3-8, is the interface between a computer and a display monitor. An upgraded video adapter card can provide better graphics capabilities for games and graphic programs. Video adapter cards use PCI, AGP, and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard. Follow these steps for video adapter card installation: Step 1. Align the video adapter card to the appropriate expansion slot on the motherboard. Step 2. Press down gently on the video adapter card until the card is fully seated.

Step 3. Secure the video adapter card PC mounting bracket to the case with the appropriate

screw.

Connect All Internal Cables


Power cables are used to distribute electricity from the power supply to the motherboard and other components. Data cables transmit data between the motherboard and storage devices, such as hard drives. Additional cables connect the buttons and link lights on the front of the computer case to the motherboard. After completing this section, you will meet these objectives: Connect the power cables. Connect the data cables.

Connect the Power Cables


This section deals with the following: Motherboard power connections SATA power connectors Molex power connectors Berg power connectors

Motherboard Power Connections


Just like other components, motherboards require power to operate. The Advanced Technology Extended (ATX) main power connector has either 20 or 24 pins. The power

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